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Dreams in Captivity

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Overview

Synopsis

After being kicked out of culinary school, aspiring chef Pax returns to his hometown to regroup. There he happens upon an old friend from high school, Livi, who he learns has forgone a promising acting career to work in a retirement home. Meanwhile Livi's sister-in-law Reina enrolls in a class about space at the local community college and, much to her husband Barry's dismay, becomes fixated on the unlikely dream of becoming an astronaut. Pax supports Reina's aspirations and encourages Livi to revive hers - all while pursuing his own far-fetched dream of opening a restaurant for celebrities in LA.

Show Information

Category
Play
Age Guidance
Thirteen Plus (PG-13)
Number of Acts
2
First Produced
2004
Genres
Comedy
Settings
Simple/No Set
Time & Place
Present Day, Pax and Livi's Apartment/Home, Barry and Reina's Home
Cast Size
small
Ideal For
College/University, Community Theatre, Regional Theatre, Includes Adult Characters, Small Cast

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Guide Written By:

Alexandra Appleton

Alexandra Appleton

Writer, editor and theatre researcher